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Will we see a 1st-time World Series winner? 3 teams have strong case

It’s a question we consider around this time each year as the postseason approaches: Will we see a first-time World Series champion? Yes, the Dodgers have won back-to-back titles and are going for a historic three-peat next month. But among…

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 6:19 AM
Will we see a 1st-time World Series winner? 3 teams have strong case
Key Things to Know
  • The Brewers, Padres, and Rays are the three playoff teams aiming for a first-ever World Series title.
  • The Milwaukee Brewers set a franchise record for regular-season wins.
  • Milwaukee's Jacob Misiorowski leads MLB with a 1.86 ERA and 247 strikeouts.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Three franchises seeking their first World Series title have qualified for this year's postseason field: the Milwaukee Brewers, the San Diego Padres, and the Tampa Bay Rays. Each club has previously reached the Fall Classic but has yet to win a championship in franchise history, entering October aiming to end their extended droughts.

The Brewers set a franchise record for regular-season wins, driven by strong starting pitching and situational hitting. Milwaukee's rotation is led by right-hander Jacob Misiorowski, who posted an MLB-best 1.86 ERA with 247 strikeouts, alongside Logan Henderson, who pitched to a 2.47 ERA.

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